Lawrence County School District

Headquartered at 346 Thomas E. Jolly Drive in Monticello, Mississippi, the Lawrence County School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a rural, remote community. Across six operational school facilities, the district delivers comprehensive public education spanning from kindergarten through grade 13, accommodating extended high school and specialized secondary pathways. During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a total enrollment of 1,674 students, bringing together a vibrant learning community that includes 844 White, 709 Black, 57 Hispanic, and 57 multiracial students, alongside Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander learners.

To ensure small-town accessibility is matched by rigorous academic and operational support, the district maintains a dedicated workforce totaling 614 full-time equivalent staff members. Instructional delivery is spearheaded by 292 full-time equivalent teachers supported by 32 instructional aides, providing low student-to-educator ratios that foster strong classroom relationships. Complementing the faculty are 290 full-time equivalent support staff members who manage administrative functions, facility operations, student services, and transportation. For parents, students, and educational researchers, Lawrence County School District represents a vital rural educational hub committed to well-resourced, student-centered learning.